EmblemHealth
EmblemHealth
EmblemHealth (pronounced em-blem-helth) is a non-profit health insurance company based in New York City. It is one of the United States' largest not-for-profit health insurers, providing coverage to approximately 3.1 million people.
Etymology
The name "EmblemHealth" is derived from the company's mission to be a symbol of health and wellness for its members. The term "emblem" signifies a symbol or representation, while "health" refers to the state of being free from illness or injury.
History
EmblemHealth was formed in 2006 through the merger of two New York-based health insurance providers, Group Health Incorporated (GHI) and Health Insurance Plan of New York (HIP). Both GHI and HIP were established in the 1930s and 1940s, respectively, and have a long history of providing health insurance coverage to New Yorkers.
Services
EmblemHealth offers a variety of health insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, and individual and family plans. The company also provides dental insurance, vision insurance, and other supplemental health insurance products.
Related Terms
- Health Insurance: A type of insurance coverage that pays for medical and surgical expenses incurred by the insured.
- Medicare: A federal program that provides health coverage if you are 65 or older or have a severe disability, no matter your income.
- Medicaid: A joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources.
- Dental Insurance: Insurance coverage for dental care services.
- Vision Insurance: Insurance coverage for eye care services.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on EmblemHealth
- Wikipedia's article - EmblemHealth
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